The state Comptroller's Office returned $422 million to claimants in the fiscal year that ended in March, a state record, data show. But as more money went to people who had unclaimed funds, less went to the state's budget, a drop of $187 million in the 2013-14 fiscal year.

The state processed 800,000 claims last fiscal year, compared with 640,000 in the 2011-12 fiscal year.

The Comptroller's Office has a databasethat you can check to see whether you are owed money as little as $20, dating back to 1985.

To file a claim for one of the accounts, visit the Comptroller's website. You can also make a claim through the mail: The New York State Comptroller's Office of Unclaimed Funds, 110 State Street, Albany, NY 12236.

For accounts prior to 1985 or for amounts under $20, you can call the Comptroller's Office to see whether any money is due to you: (800) 221-9311.